Welcome
Welcome to the Ikaria Run 5K & 10K – Run Plagia Village 2016, taking place at an island with rich mythological past, connecting its name with the mythical figure Icarus. Sandy beaches, running waters, mountains and ush green hillsides compose the majestic relief of the island.
What: 10km Race, 5km Race
Where
Plagia village of Ikaria island, in the Aegean Sea
When: Saturday, 6th of August 2016
Why
Because runners will experience running with the spectacular view of the deep blue colors of the Ikarian Sea and get a complete view about what Ikarian life is about.
How
Contact us and we will make you an unbeatable offer to suit your needs and preferences:
We offer several options varying from short weekend breaks in Ikaria including your entry to the race, to a full vacation plan in Ikaria and the surrounding area!
Moreover, we can offer you training plans, actual training in the streets and routes of Ikaria and of course we will run with you!
For more information and detail please call: +30 6978 524 433
Or email: info[@]runningreece.com
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Happy runs!
Races date: Saturday, 6th of August 2016
Races: 10km Race, 5km Race
Entry FeeYour participation to the race is paid and secured by RunninGreece.
Registrations due dateRegistrations will automatically close once the participation limit per race is met (Participation Limit in the 5K: 150 , and 10K: 100)
Event ScheduleSaturday, 6th of August 2016
• Start time of the Races: 18.30
Starting and Finishing Point: The race will start and finish at the Plagia Village central square.
Time limit: 1.5 hours
Route: You can see the route below
Altitude 
The race is characterized with intense variations of slope and altitude.
Awards & PrizesMedals and certificates will be awarded to the first three winners of all the races. A commemorative medal and a diploma will be given also to all participants.
Health CoverageIn any case all runners participate solely at their own risk. The organizers have no responsibility for whatever happens to the runners related to health issues or is due to lack of preventive medical check. It is highly recommended that the participants undergo a thorough medical examination before entering the race. The organizers will not ask for medical certificates from any athlete (male and female), since they all participate at their own exclusive risk and responsibility (children are at the liability of their parents or guardians). We will also provide offers for special health checkup for all runners, and members of their families.
Electronic timingAll participants will be timed using an electronic timing system.
Entry FeeYour participation to the race is paid and secured by RunninGreece.
The participation includes the following benefits
- Participation diploma
- Commemorative Medal for participation
- Commemorative t-shirt
- Starting pack
Aid StationsThere are aid stations providing water at the 2.5km, 5km, 7.5km and at the finish line.
Simple Running Offer: from €30 »
BOOK NOWThis offer is ideal for those who want to come to Ikaria on their own and join the " Ikaria Run 5K & 10K – Run Plagia Village 2016”. The Simple Running offer includes the race registration and much more...
It includes- your registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry
- technical running t-shirt
- special RunninGreece starting pack
-BIB number
- Timing Chip
- safe keeping of your belonging during the race
- many more like: tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets
The Simple offer is addressed to those who wish to come and stay in Ikaria on their own. It includes all the logistics of the race entry, transportation to and from the starting line, tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets and safe keeping of your belonging during the race. If you really want to feel like a champion, we are here to support you!
Running Offer #1: from €100 per night per person (two nights’ accommodation) »
BOOK NOWThis offer is ideal for those who want to experience Ikaria the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Ikaria. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.
It includes- two nights’ accommodation to Cusco Studiosor equivalent hotel in Ikaria
- transporation to/from the starting line and your hotel in Ikaria
- your registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry
- BIB number
- Timing Chip
- technical running t-shirt
- special RunninGreece starting pack
- safe keeping of your belonging during the race
- many more like: tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets
It starts from €100 per person (runner or not) for a two days/one-night accommodation in Cusco Studios or equivalent hotel in Ikaria. If you wish to stay longer, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional €50 per night per person.
- The above (2days/1night) offer is per person, double occupancy
Running Offer #2 (The Ikaria Running Break): from €160 per person (two nights accommodation and transportation) »
BOOK NOWThis offer is ideal for those who want to experience Ikaria the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Ikaria. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.
It includes- the round sea trip by ferry boat from Athens to Ikaria from Piraeus port (Athens)
- all the transportation from/to the harbor in Ikaria to your hotel and the starting line
- two nights’ accommodation to Cusco Studios or equivalent hotel in Ikaria
- your registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry
- transportation to and from the starting line
- safe keeping of your belonging during the race
- BIB number
- Timing Chip
- technical running t-shirt
- special RunninGreece starting pack
- many more like: tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets
It starts from €160 per person (runner or not) for two nights’ accommodation Cusco Studios or equivalent hotel in Ikaria and transportation. If you wish to stay longer in Ikaria, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional €50 per night per person.
- The above (2days/1night) offer is per person, double occupancy
Special Running Offer »
Get a Custom QuotePlease tell us all your requirements and preferences, how many days you want to spend in Ikaria, what other places you wish to visit and we will come back with a tailor-made offer specific for you! We can add trainings, running tours, car/bike rental, excursions, family activities and many more. In any case our offer will include the hotel arrangements, transportation to and from your hotel, participation to the race and all the logistics of the race entry, transportation to and from the starting line, tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets, safe keeping of your belonging during the race and suggested vacation plan for all the days that you will be in Ikaria.
Group Running Offer »
Get a Custom QuoteIf you are a group of people, please tell us all your requirements, how many of you are running, what you like and what you do not like and we will come back with a tailor-made offer specific for you and your company! We can add trainings, running tours, car/bike rental, excursions, family activities and many more. In any case our offer will include the hotel arrangements, transportation to and from your hotel, participation to the race and all the logistics of the race entry, transportation to and from the starting line, tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets, safe keeping of your belonging during the race and suggested vacation plan for all the days that you will be in Ikaria.
Ikaria is one of the largest islands in the eastern Aegean Sea and has a surface of approximately 270 km and almost 160 km is the coastline. It is located East of Mykonos and West of Samos. It is generally characterized as a mountainous island , with several intense geomorphic contrasts between bare cliffs and green valleys.
Most of the villages on the island are mountainous, with characteristics and features that have emerged throughout history and have been the lightened spot of its culture. It has an extensive river network, rich vegetation, biodiversity and abundance of water.
Ikaria is a place with rich mythological past, and it has connected its name with the mythical figure Icarus.Sandy beaches, running waters, mountains and Lush green hillsides compose the majestic relief of the island. Ikaria is also famed for its thermal springs, unique in the whole world for their chemical composition and radiation.
Ikaria offers something for everyone: remote & cosmopolitan beaches, accomodations to suit all tastes; the famous Ikarian "Panagiria" celebrations featuring music, dancing, food & Ikarian wine; archeological & religious sites of interest; winery tours; language & cooking classes, Greece adventure travel activities (hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, scuba, sailing, yacht charter, jeep/beach safaris) & more...
Ikaria is one of the few exemplary locations in the entire world where people live such long, balanced lives. An important distinction is made for the island and the recording of the 'Blue Zones', a name given in 5 regions of the world ( Ikaria, Sardinia, Okinawa of Japan, Nicoya of Costa Rica and Loma Linda of California, USA), whose inhabitants surpass the life expectancy and reach over the age of 90 years.
The island is also famous for its tradition of panygiria, or festivals. Between May and October, the island is famed for hosting between two and four such events per week. The panygiria, which are usually held in various parts of Greece to celebrate a major religious holiday, such as the most major of all, the 15th of August celebration of the assumpion of the Virgin Mary, in Ikaria are held almost gratuitously, for the sake of gathering communities and visitors for all-night dancing.
Ikaria is named after Ikarus, who according to Greek mythology was the son of master craftsman Deadalus, and who was escaping imprisonment from King Minos in Crete by flying with wings his father had made. But ignoring sage advice, the youth flew too close to the sun and landed to his death on the island.
